Experienced Defect Control Engineer
Samsung Austin Semiconductor · Taylor, TX
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Controls
- Base pay
- $95k–$120k
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 10 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level controls role at Samsung Austin Semiconductor (industrial) in Taylor, TX. In this critical role, you will serve as the primary guardian of wafer quality, responsible for the rapid identification, containment, and eradication of defect excursions.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Six Sigma, Root cause, SPC
- Base pay
- $95k–$120k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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How this role compares
Against 76 other live controls postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- About 7% below similar roles
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 5+)
Typical $90k–$140k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- PLC 84%
- Automation 77%
- Robotics 38%
- EHS / safety 27%
- ✓ Root cause 22%
- Python 22%
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Stands out: this posting asks for Six Sigma, SPC, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Samsung Austin Semiconductor in Taylor
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Position Summary
We are seeking a highly analytical and driven Defect Control Engineer to join our world-class semiconductor fabrication team in Taylor, Texas. In this critical role, you will serve as the primary guardian of wafer quality, responsible for the rapid identification, containment, and eradication of defect excursions. You will operate at the intersection of Metrology, Unit Process groups (Photo, Etch, etc) and Yield Engineering. When causes are unknown, or containment is not established you will lead cross-functional teams to solve complex technical puzzles. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who can thrive in a fast-paced environment and possesses the leadership skills to drive technical alignment across multiple departments to ensure zero defective wafers escape the factory.
Role and
Here's what you'll need
- ✓Bachelor’s of Science in Engineering or related field.
- ✓Minimum 3 Years Semiconductor or Quality Management Role.
- ✓Familiar with Structured Problem Solving (SPS) and methods of identifying Defect Root Cause (or similar experience driving investigation to root cause in other areas).
- ✓Experience in Quality Control Systems and Methods (Six Sigma, SPC, QMS, ISO 9000, etc.).
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About Samsung Austin Semiconductor
Samsung is a world leader in advanced semiconductor technology, founded on the belief that the pursuit of excellence creates a better world. At Samsung Austin Semiconductor, we are Innovating Today to Power the Devices of Tomorrow.
Come innovate with us!
Here’s What You’ll Be Responsible For
- •Excursion Escalation: Lead the rapid identification and classification of defect excursions using advanced metrology tools (e.g., KLA-Tencor, AMAT) to determine defect morphology and distribution.
- •Root Cause Analysis: Spearhead deep-dive investigations into unknown defect sources, utilizing a data-driven approach to isolate the specific tool, process step, or material causing the excursion.
- •Cross-Functional Leadership: Chair and facilitate "War Room" meetings with Process, Integration, and Equipment engineers to drive containment/inspection strategies and accelerate time-to-source for suspected yield impacting events
- •Standards & Rules: Develop and validate enhancements to SOPs for Shift Technicians to ensure correct decision making & rapid containment to maintain world-class quality standards.
- •Knowledge Management: Document defect signatures and image databases and maintain source libraries, and failure modes to create a robust knowledge base for faster identification of recurring issues.
- •Preventative Strategy: Partner with Unit Process owners to implement corrective actions and factory-wide strategies to prevent defect reoccurrence and reduce variation in yield.
- •Out of Control Assessments: Collaborate with the Metrology and Defect Engineering to ensure statistical process limits are appropriate and items of concern are flagged.
Skills and
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including
- •Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- •Life insurance and 401(k) matching with immediate vesting
- •Onsite café(s) and workout facilities
- •Paid maternity and paternity leave
- •Paid time off (PTO) + 2 personal holidays and 10 regular holidays
- •Wellness incentives and MORE
Eligible full-time employees (salaried or hourly) may also receive MBO bonuses based on company, division, and individual performance.
All positions at Samsung Austin Semiconductor are full-time on-site.
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